I recently decided to treat myself to a new blusher and since I have never tried any Chanel beauty products I thought why not splurge a little as a treat! I actually picked up Chanel’s Joues Contraste Powder Blush in the shade Rose Initial at the airport on the way home from my trip to Berlin, so it was duty free which is always a bonus and definitely justifies the splurge (that’s what I am telling myself anyway…)

Since spring is the air I decided I wanted to go for this really pretty pink shade for the barely there blush look. The rosy pink colour has a touch of peach to it, especially in the sunlight, which is the perfect shade for me as I find peachy shades flattering for my pale skin. It has a slight gold shimmer but not enough that it is glittery and off putting thankfully. Once blended in the shimmer can hardly be seen and I find my skin looks more glowy and youthful rather than shiny.

Thepigmentation is pretty much perfect for me. I’d go as far as saying it is the Goldilocks of blushers, not too much and not too little – just right! It is quite sheer and delicate, but it is very much buildable, so if you like a stronger look it is easily accomplished, but if like me you can be heavy handed with the blusher, this will be your best friend as there is no risk of looking like a clown.

The blusher comes in the standard black packaging with a little velvet pouch to keep it in if you are feeling fancy. The compact has a full sized mirror on the inside which is really helpful if you like to carry blusher in your handbag for touch ups. There is also a mini brush which is fine and definitely does the job for on the go use. I have noticed a couple of the bristles coming loose but nothing to complain about as I wouldn’t use the brush for everyday application.